The Demise of Major General Ali Shadmani: Iran's Highest Commanding Officer in the Revolutionary Guards Killed
Islamic Republic of Iran: Commander of the Revolutionary Guards Explicitly Slained by Israel
In a momentous turn of events, the Israeli military announced the death of Major General Ali Shadmani, the top-dog in Iran's Revolutionary Guards. The news broke out late Tuesday night, as the military claimed that an airstrike brought about Shadmani's unfortunate demise. Yet, Iran remains tight-lipped about the report.
Shadmani stepped into the shoes of his predecessor, Gholam-Ali Rashid, who was offed during Israeli attacks on Friday in the opening salvos of the war. Both individuals commanded the central headquarters of Hatam al-Anbia, a formidable division within the Revolutionary Guards responsible for strategic war planning and coordination across various military units.
Death of Commanders in Iran's Cabinet District
Since Israel's airstrikes in Tehran, around two dozen military commanders have bid their last farewell, with some being struck in their homes, nestled within the bustling metropolis. Additionally, there have been numerous civilian casualties due to the attacks on densely inhabited quarters of the capital.
Airstrikes Across Iran's West
Earlier, the Israeli air force carried out extensive airstrikes on Iran's western military targets. The strikes brought down numerous storage facilities, launch sites for ground-to-ground missiles, ground-to-air missile launchers, and drone depots, as per the Israeli army. Israel now boasts "full air superiority" over Tehran, as per a military spokesperson.
Retaliation: Rockets Rain Down on Israel
While Israel flexes its military might, Iran fires back with abandon, launching a barrage of rockets at targets within Israel. State-owned radio stations made the announcement early in the morning. Israeli air defense systems are hard at work repelling the threat, while the population is advised to remain sheltered until further notice.
Explosions have been reported in the Jerusalem and Tel Aviv areas, suggesting the rockets have taken their toll. According to the Times of Israel, the Jerusalem region has felt the brunt of the attacks, while Haaretz reports a direct impact in central Israel.
The Escalating Conflict
The present conflict erupted on June 13, 2025. In response to Israel's initial attacks on Iranian targets, which encompassed nuclear facilities as well as military installations, Iran launched retaliatory ballistic missiles and drones into Israel. This clash marks an unprecedented escalation from previous skirmishes between the two countries that unfolded in April and October 2024.
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The Commission has also been consulted on the draft directive regarding the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, given the political implications and the general news value of the war-and-conflicts unfolding. Moreover, the deaths of key military commanders such as Major General Ali Shadmani and several others in Tehran have brought about significant changes in the political landscape of the Middle East, with potentially far-reaching consequences for the region and international relations.
